Distribution Designer (Entry Level)

This role focuses on designing and supporting electric power distribution systems within the power delivery industry. The Distribution Designer contributes to grid hardening initiatives, make-ready projects, and other distribution design activities while collaborating closely with engineering teams. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, exposure to industry-standard tools, and the chance to develop expertise in electric distribution design and engineering.

• Design and support electric power distribution systems for grid hardening, make-ready projects, and other power delivery initiatives.
• Prepare and update distribution design documentation in alignment with engineering standards and project requirements.
• Work within the electric distribution space to develop safe, reliable, and efficient distribution solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to ensure accurate and timely completion of distribution design tasks.
• Utilize distribution design software and tools, such as GDT, to support project planning and execution.
• Assist in reviewing and interpreting engineering data, field information, and system requirements for distribution projects.
• Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and grow within the power delivery and electric distribution industry.
• Support continuous improvement of design processes and contribute to the overall quality of distribution engineering deliverables.

• 13 years of experience in distribution design or distribution engineering within the power delivery industry.
• Experience working in the electric distribution space, including exposure to grid hardening, make-ready, or related distribution projects.
• Foundational knowledge of power distribution and power delivery concepts.
• Ability to support engineering and electrical design activities for distribution systems.
• Willingness to grow and develop a long-term career within the electric distribution industry.
• If holding a bachelor's degree in engineering, 01 years of experience is acceptable with a strong interest in learning and development.
• Basic proficiency with distribution design tools and software, with the ability to learn organization-specific applications such as GDT.

• Bachelors degree in engineering is preferred, especially for candidates with 01 years of experience who are eager to develop their skills.
• Experience with GDT (Entergy software) for distribution design and power delivery projects.
• Familiarity with Katapult for distribution design workflows.
• Experience using PoleForeman or similar tools to support pole loading and distribution design analysis.
• Demonstrated interest in advancing technical knowledge in distribution engineering and electrical design.

This is an office-based role working approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The position is located in a professional office setting where you collaborate with engineers and designers on power delivery and distribution projects. You will use industry-standard design and analysis tools, including GDT and other distribution design software, in a structured, team-oriented environment. The role offers paid time off, holiday benefits, and clear opportunities for growth and development within the organization.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Palm Beach Gardens,FL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $30 - $33